# Baseball Highlights: 2045 – Robot Hitters Expansion ## General Info - **Year Published**: 2015 - **BGG Rating**: 7.8 - **BGG Rank**: — - **Players**: 1-4 - **Duration**: 45 min - **Weight**: 2.17 / 5 - **Designers**: Mike Fitzgerald - **Artists**: Franz Vohwinkel - **Publishers**: Eagle-Gryphon Games - **Categories**: Card Game, Expansion for Base-game, Science Fiction, Sports - **Mechanics**: Deck, Bag, and Pool Building, Hand Management, Take That ## Verdict If you're already a fan of Baseball Highlights: 2045, this expansion introduces two new mechanics that supercharge the game!Fun, new actionsMore unpredictability and strategyExpands the Free Agent deckEnhanced 'take that' elementRequires the base gameAdds complexity to gameplayFOR GENRE FANS ## Description Hey there, futuristic baseball fans! If you're into Baseball Highlights: 2045 and looking to supercharge your robot team, the Robot Hitters expansion is your home run. This little gem adds 10 new Robot cards to the Free Agent Deck, introducing two brand-new actions to spice up the game: Cloning and Gambler. With Cloning, you can duplicate a robot's ability, setting up surprising plays. The Gambler action adds that extra thrill, with risks and rewards that can swing the score. These new cards not only expand tactical possibilities but also inject more unpredictability and that extra dose of 'take that' we all love. Get ready to see your robots pull off even wilder maneuvers and leave your opponents stunned. It's your chance to boost your strategy and ensure your robots are the true MVPs of the field, with a sci-fi twist and plenty of fun. Perfect for those who've already mastered the base game and are seeking new layers of complexity and interaction. ## FAQ ### Do I need the base game Baseball Highlights: 2045 to play with this expansion? Yes, absolutely! The Robot Hitters Expansion adds cards and mechanics to the base game, so it's essential to enjoy these new features. ### How many new cards does this expansion bring? It includes 10 new Robot cards that go directly into the Free Agent Deck, introducing the Cloning and Gambler actions. ### Does this expansion significantly change the gameplay experience? It adds new tactical layers and a bit more unpredictability and direct interaction ('take that'), but it maintains the core essence of the base game. It's a nice upgrade for those who already master the rules. ### Does the game become longer with this expansion? The playtime should remain similar, as Baseball Highlights: 2045 games are already relatively quick. The new actions might speed up or complicate certain plays, but the overall flow is maintained. ### Is this an expansion for 1 player or just multiplayer? The expansion adds cards that can be used in any game mode of Baseball Highlights: 2045, including the solo mode and multiplayer. ### Are the new 'Cloning' and 'Gambler' actions very complicated to understand? They are new mechanics, but quite straightforward. Their descriptions on the cards are clear, and after a game or two, you and your group will be pros at them. ## Price Comparison ### Best International Offers - **BoardGamePrices.com**: $ 4.99 (https://boardgameprices.com/item/go?source=A&storeitemid=4885436&utm_source=boardgamesbot.com) - See all on BoardGamePrices: https://boardgameprices.com/item/show/15385/baseball-highlights-2045-hitters-expansion?utm_source=boardgamesbot.com